Hi Becky! Just a little information on kombucha starter - what you're referring to as the SCOBY is actually the pellicle (which is a byproduct from the fermentation process - it's mostly made of cellulose). The pellicle is not needed to brew kombucha. The SCOBY is the starter tea. You can throw away/compost pellicles and get great fermentation by just using starter tea from the previous batch. I say all this to prevent new brewers from thinking they need a pellicle when in reality, they need starter tea :) Thanks for all of your amazing content, you are such a wonderful resource for everyone on UA-cam.
So, Shannon, you’re saying that the SCOBY isn’t what is necessary for starting your own kombucha but the actual kombucha? I had someone offer me a SCOBY to start my own but when I asked if she used pineapple juice because it makes me anaphylactic she said she did. So I didn’t take the SCOBY. I’d love it if all I need is some kombucha. That’s so much easier to obtain!
I just want to let you know how much I appreciate you and all the wonderful time spent with you. Being retired is not what I thought it would be. It is lonely. Your beautiful smiling face and cooking fun is such a happy time. I really appreciate you! 💕
Hi Kathy - I'm sad to hear that you're lonely. I hope you get a chance to meet some great people. Volunteering is one easy way, and so rewarding. Enjoy your day!
Kathy, I feel the same about retirement, I am lonely and it makes me sad. When I mention that to son he tells me to check into assisted living. I think I will look for something part time so wish me luck I am 73. I really enjoy this young woman's vlog though makes me want to cook.😊
I agree with you❤. I am 52 and retired due to disability, have Muktiple Sclerosis and severe arthritis. It is so lonely as my kids are grown as well, but still live at home. Becky I love seeing g your upload when I turn on my TV. It's like having a best friend. My family makes fun of me because I talk about my friend Becky all the time!!! 😂
Would agree with you retirement is very lonesome so I got a little job doing shopping for a couple of elderly people it is so great MARGARET LYNCH SOUTHERN IRELAND
Thank you for inviting us in. I have realized that I've become emotionally invested in you in a maternal way. Your successes and growth as a gardener warms my heart. You seem like such a sweet soul. I know your mom is so proud. Best of luck with all your endeavors! You make it look easy, like you've been doing it all for decades. ❤
Watching you is the highlight of my day! I have learned so much from you and I am 82 yrs old! I have tried so many new things because of you! I raise my own veggies and can and dehydrate all I can! Thank you for being there for us!❤️❤️❤️❤️
For the crockpot, my fav is Rouladen! It’s a German meat dish. Long thin strips of beef, rolled up with bacon, mustard and pickles. The crockpot moisture that you mentioned makes a delicious gravy. Serve with some potatoes and a cabbage salad. Hmmm mmmm good 😍😍
Becky i want to thank you and your mom for upgrading me in the kitchen. Like most i was stuck doing the same bland recipes ( pasted down) and everyone in my family does them. Just by watching a few of your videos and stepping out of my comfort zone i have introduced new flavors and new favorites.. including the berry cake. Just know you are making a huge difference with your channel. You have even inspired me to start a garden and build my own grocery store and freezer prep. Things my grandma did before she passed but i didn't keep up on..but i see why it was important.
@@leighdegenhardt485 I can relate to that as well. But I am willing to watch Becky and learn now and apply what I'm learning in my life now to be able to pass that wisdom and knowledge on. Maybe you can too.
I am passing as much of my knowledge as I can to my niece. She is 35 and at 72 I know I may not have much time left to do so. I bought her a good recipe book that has loose leaf fillers in it and gave her all my favorite recipes. I will continue sending her more recipes and I have given her Becky's info and that if Jen Chapin, Frugal Fit Mom's, Roots and Refuge Farm. She recently lost her husband and right now sees no point but I'm hoping the recipes will somehow be a comfort to her one day.
I'm so sorry for her loss, sending my prayers and condolences. 72 is young what you mean...you have time as long as you have the will....and yes pass it all on....to everybody. Please let her know that she is loved and needed and she has purpose.
You don't have to buy filtered water, if you have chlorine in your tap water. Just let the water sit in the fridge for 24 hours. If you need it faster, just leave it at room temperature overnight. The warmer the environment, the faster the chlorine will evaporate. I have used this method on several fermentation projects and it works perfectly. ❤️
@ That is a great option too! My sister in law prefers filtering her water with a sink filter and I know she loves it. I like evaporate because I haven't had to buy anything specialized to do it. I in general don't like to have too many single job tools in my kitchen- but having a water filter pitcher would definitely be time saving.
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@@anastasiaharris9125 I keep my filter pitcher in the fridge so I always have clean cold water for cooking, drink mixes (I like making my own lemonade, tea, etc.), or whatever I need clean drinking water for. I rent, so there's no way to install a more permanent system here. 🙂
False... in most cases it's chloramine...not chlorine( smells similar) it will never evaporate out... butn1/4 tsp of vitamin c powder will break the chemical bonds and allow it to break down...
Crock pot stuffed peppers Crockpot stuffed bell peppers stuffed with Mexican style seasoned ground beef, rice, black beans and queso blanco, then cooked low and slow in a slow cooker. Super easy! Ingredients: • 10 colorful bell peppers • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 jalapeno pepper chopped • 1 small white onion chopped • 2 cloves garlic chopped • 1 pound ground beef • 2 cups cooked white rice • 15- ounce can black beans • 15- ounce can crushed tomatoes • 1 cup frozen corn • 1 cup shredded queso blanco or Monterrey Jack cheese • 3 tablespoons favorite taco seasoning • Salt and Pepper to taste FOR TOPPING • Chopped cilantro • Diced avocado • Mexican crema or sour cream • Favorite hot sauce for serving Directions: • Slice the tops from the bell peppers and core out the insides. Set them into a crock pot or slow cooker. You may need 2 slow cookers. • Heat the oil in a small pan to medium heat and add the onion and jalapeno pepper. Cook about 5 minutes to soften. • Add the garlic and cook another minute, stirring. • Add the ground beef and cook about 5 minutes to brown it. You don’t need to cook it all the way through, as it will finish in the crock pot. • Add the mixture to a large bowl and cool. • To the bowl, add the rice, black beans, crushed tomatoes, corn, shredded cheese and taco seasoning. Add salt and pepper to taste and mix it together with a wooden spoon. • Spoon the stuffing into each bell pepper. • Add about a half inch of water to the bottom of the crock pot or slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours on low, or 2-3 hours on high, or until everything is cooked through and the peppers have softened to your preference. • Serve with cilantro and crema over the top, and your favorite hot sauce. Enjoy!
😂😂 was thinking the same. Was thinking they are going to come visit to see how the garden turns out hoping Becky will send them home with goodies! You are so sweet Becky
Becky, for chives, I find that using scissors vs. a knife provides a more consistent cut on them. I use scissors in a LOT of different scenarios but chives is a 100% always choice. Thanks for sharing your day with us.
OMG, every time I watch you cook or bake I learn one or more tips that make so much sense! Love how you explain. Such a great teacher! I do remember it when I see you do it! Merci !!! And then of course, I am dreaming of your homestead! It's going to be amazing! So beautiful!
Cockpot Salisbury hamburger steaks and mushroom gravy Ingredients for patties 1.5 lib ground round beef 1 egg 1/2 cup minced onion 1 clove minced garlic 1/2 cup planko seasoned bread crumbs 3 tbsp milk Salt and pepper (Mix & make patties) Ingredients For crockpot ( layer in crock pot) 6 oz sliced mushrooms 1/2 yellow sweet onion minced 1 1/2 cup beef broth 1 pkg brown gravy mix 1 tbsp ketchup 1tbsp Dijon mustard ( stir) (Add patties) After cooking for 5 hrs add 2 tsp cornstarch in 1/2 cup water and add to crockpot -serves to thicken gravy. Mix 1st set of ingredients together divide evenly into patties Cook 1 minute per side in skillet to brown Layer second ingredients in crock pot Add patties Cook for 5 hrs in crockpot on low Mix 1/2 cup water and cornstarch add to crockpot this wit made the gravy thicken. Serve with mash potatoes or your favorite sides
One of my favorite crock pot recopies is just a pork roast with a little bit of water or apple juice and then some taco seasoning. Once it is cooked (about 8 hours on low), you can shred the meat for tacos or quesadillas or Mexican pizzas or whatever. So good. It is great since you have the meat ready to eat for the next few days.
I have made meatloafs in my crockpot in the warm and hot months when the menfolk were begging for meatloaf and I didn't want to heat up the house. It worked perfectly! They loved it. I just used a spray oil and let it get really hot before I placed it in there. Cooked it for about 4 hours, topped it with catsup and worchesterchire sauce and mustard mix. Sometimes, if I have it, I top it also with crumbled bacon.
I make kombucha. I use both green tea and black tea. I brew mine on the kitchen counter and leave it on the counter for another 2 or 3 days for the second ferment. I love to flavour mine in the second ferment with elderberry or raspberry. I share with a friend and she adds ginger to the second ferment. Love your permanent brewing pot!
I think you are awesome! You always inspire me. I first found you because i wanted to make homemade pasta and you came up in my search saying I am making pasta for a year! I have been hooked ever since!
One of my favorite crock pot recipes is Mongolian beef! You need: 1lb1/2 flank or skirt steak 1/4 cornstarch 2tbls olive oil 2-3 garlic cloves minced 1/2 cup soy sauce 1 cup water 3/4 cup brown sugar 1 cup of grated carrots. Green onions for garnish if you have it. Cut the beef thinly against the grain and coat with the corn starch. Set aside Mix remaining ingredients in crock pot and then add the beef making sure that it's coated in the sauce. Cook on low ~4 hours. I typically eat it over rice. Sometimes I'll also add broccoli, cauliflower, or sweet bell peppers in slices in the last half hour of cooking to get soft and yummy in the sauce as well. Hope you enjoy!
Becky a lot of times I make dinner ahead on the stove but keep it warm in the Crock Pot so I don’t have to worry about dinner at the end of the day. I will make soups and spaghetti sauce things like that then I just keep the CP on warm. It works great.
I appreciate your channel! Here's a favorite of mine... Beef stew Combine in crock pot: 2lb beef roast cubed 2 cups sliced carrots 2 cups diced potatoes 1 medium onion sliced Sprinkle with: 2 teaspoons quick cooking tapioca Salt Pepper Pour over: 8oz tomato sauce 1 cup water Cover cook on low 8 hours. One hour before cooking time ends add: 1-1/2 cups frozen peas
So happy you are doing kombucha again Becky! I just restarted mine today. I fed the scoby all winter and today I pulled out five beautiful scobies!!! Good luck on yours!
The soup looks delish especially since we r getting snow! It's almost May 1st ugh. I made instant soup in jars , made that in small batches so just enough soup for a day or two instead of tons!!
I had leftover mashed potatoes and they were a bit chunky. Used those to make loaded potato soup this weekend. So yummy and like you said, so quick and easy. The blueberry danish looks amazing. And I have almost 4 gallons of blueberries in the freezer from last summer. Need to try my hand at blueberry jam. Thanks for the inspiration.
Great vlog & how to’s! I do the same with my kombucha so I don’t have to wait until the tea cools! If you’re making other ferments, such as milk kefir, keep them quite aways apart so the ferments don’t mix through the air. Those Danishes look so yummy! Blessings to all🤗💜🇨🇦
15:29 I so share your frustration when trying to find a bottle of plain kombucha. I finally said what the heck - I’ll just try a flavored one. I think I ended up using GT’s Trilogy, and luckily it worked fine.
I planted several, annuals in flower planters this past week,nasturtium first time. Also seedling from a local homestead planted 5 beef steak 🍅4 Rio Grande Roma,2 Cherry 🍅3Roma in my balcony garden yesterday. Excited to see how my soil is, been composting in galvanized tub on my balcony.
When I make Danishes I blind bake them to just near done, I then add my topping that way the pastry is fully baked and the toppings do not dry out or burn.
Hi Becky, I would enjoy watching a vid of your inventory organization from the computer. If I remember correctly you do a spreadsheet? I would like to see how you go through your spreadsheet :)
One of my favorite crock pot recipes is honey garlic chicken (you can you any cut of the chicken too)! It was a recipe I found on Pinterest and is great when I need a quick and easy meal! I can't wait to make those cream cheese Danish's! thanks for sharing this part of your life with us and taking us along!
Wow! Great job on the puff pastry! I never knew how to get those layers, def will try this one! Thanks for another great video Becky! I appreciate you and all your efforts to provide such great content for us!
Honestly, I have switched over to the instant pot now. It cooks so much faster than the crock pot. Even my black eyed peas or carne guisada ( Mexican beef stew) get made in the instant pot now.
Agreed. Every slow cooker recipe can be converted to the Instant Pot and uses 1/10th of the time. I previously used a slow cooker all the time but since buying my Instant Pot, I don't use the slow cooker except for two things... 1) Corned beef was fantastic. The slow gentle heat really kept it tender. 2) Party warmer. Great for keeping chili or nacho cheese warm at a party. ... That's it. Otherwise the Instant Pot always wins. It's quicker and has a better result.
I have to admit I went from the slow cooker to the instant pot. I used the instant pot for 5 years. I'm now using my slow cooker again. The flavors are honestly better in the slow cooker, just me and my family's opinion. I still use the instant pot for certain things though.
I find that my food takes 4 times the amount of flavour to cook in the insta pot vs slow cooker. (Apart from salt!) I mean herbs or garlic and spices. Any tips on better flavour? everything tastes the same or very similar but totally different recipes 😢
Becky, will you make a video showing how you prep them reheat dinner when you prep it early? Or how you reheat leftovers? I love this idea of making dinner earlier in the day so you have that family time, but I always feel like the food is best straight out of the oven.
4:52 if you gently scatter butter onto piece of wax paper, sprinkle with flour, and then cover with an inverted baking sheet you’ve had in the freezer it’s even easier to make
Cut the edges of the pastry after the first lamination. The reason it doesn’t puff is that the butter layer does not go all the way to the edges at first, sometimes you can actually feel where the butter stops. You can incorporate the cut piece of dough into the center of the dough during the next fold.
Been a while since I’ve watch a video but good to see you’re doing well Becky!!! Praying for blessings on you, your husband and your little precious baby boy!!
I have sooooo many crockpot recipes I use constantly. I have a print out on my fridge so I can quickly glance at the “recipe” (I measure nothing lol). If you have something specific you don’t want watery in the crockpot you can put paper towels or a rag pinned under the lid to trap the condensation.
Wrap a few washed whole potatoes in tin foil, place on the bottom of the crockpot. Place protein of choice seasoned to your liking and there you have “baked potatoes” and tender meat for your meal. Corn on the cob or sweet potatoes can be used in place of the potatoes. This was a game changer for me when I found it. Also crockpot liners (like a boil in bag) changed the dishwashing game 🎉 I was celebrating when a coworker of my husbands told me about them
We pushed all weekend to get our deer fence up for our garden to get things planted. I already have blooms on our tomatoes in pots. We so need to get them planted this week. We moved our chickens out to their new coop today and hope to finish the deer fence tonight as that is our 2ndary fence other than the predator fence around their coop since our camera has picked up fox, coyote and skunk passing thru our property. Excited to try this rough pastry recipe. Love how comfortable you are with dough any kind of dough. I find it relaxing to take a break and watching your videos! My pioneer woman crock pot lid has a steam hole in it to help reduce the watery effect of slow cooking. At first I questioned the hole but find it in fact helps reduce the water effect.
Becky here in Australia we love lamb shanks in the slow cooker. 6 hours on low. Base of celery onion and carrots, can of diced tomato, 2 table spoon tomato paste. Sun dried tomatoes, olives 1/2 water and beef stock cube or stock/ or red wine, mushroom., garlic basil and parsley and S & P. I put cut potatoes in but others serve with mashed potato and green beans. So yummy. Meat falls off the bone.
12:40 pm. I've been making your sour cream banana bread and my husband and I are loving it. I have some packages of shredded zucchini in my freezer and thought it would be great in that recipe, just substitute the zucchini for the bananas, or anything else, the sky's the limit!!
@@cynthiacook7768 once it has ice water in it. It becomes perfectly balanced and you don’t need a lot of pressure to flatten the dough. Make sure yours has the rubber gaskets on it. If not, you can find something that will work at a hardware store.
I make shredded chicken in the crockpot. Add chicken breasts, spices of your choice, topped with stir fry vegetables and let it go. 4 on high, about 8 on low. Shred the chicken stir back in the sauce it created. We put it in wraps. It was delicious. I also saw a tip if you don't want your food to be "soggy" and brown a bit, you must put papertowels between the crockpot and the lid to absorb the steam forming. Hope you find your crockpot signature dish as well😊
Becky, can we get a link for those silicon storage bags you use? I want to get some of those!! Love your videos, especially when you cook. I'm definitely gonna try this rough puff pastry. Using the food processor on the butter instead of the box grater is an awesome idea. Thanks for the great content.
My crockpot. I’m mainly using it to cook bigger batches of chicken down overnight and deboning it the next morning. Not only do I have shredded chicken for the freezer/freeze dryer I have a thick rich bone broth that I can strain and do the same with. I have fibromyalgia and having this cook overnight, then letting it cool, then shredding then packaging or freeze drying. It’s all in steps which makes it easier for me to get done in two days instead of pushing my pain limits. Thanks for the kombucha videos, I’m going now to check out the one suggested. Many blessings to you and yours.
I make a chuck roast in my crock pot ,pat it dry salt and pepper ,sprinkle with season salt ,garlic powder, slice a small onion throw on top .half way through I put in a beef bouillon cube to the juices .my husband and I love it .when it's done I put juices in a pan take a little hot water and a tea spoon of flour and make a gravy . Left overs are delicious .I make an open faced sandwich the next day or you can make taco or faitia
37:30 For all this time i always push home work until the very last minute, like i'll do it later type of thing. But yeah it's kinda nice if you do it early in the day so you have the rest of the day for yourself 😂
I love how it feels like we are actually in ur kitchen with you, like when you took a quiet moment to eat lunch and you said it was nice to have us there as company. Keep being you, bye friend x
Everything looks so delicious! I will have to make the soup, blueberry danishes and that Kombucha! Where did you buy a live Scoby and plain Kombucha? I have never made Kombucha but have been wanting to try to make it. So sweet of you to make the workers such delicious treats! I am sure they really appreciate it!
Hi Becky, I love watching you, when using your crock pot put a clean towel over the top and then put the lid on. Towel will absorb the moisture and keep recipe from getting to wet. I also use less broth then most recipe call for can add more later is you want something thinner.
For crockpot recipes. I just saw someone online mentioned putting a towel in between the lid and the crockpot. The moisture will get absorbed. I haven't tried it, but sounds like an ok idea.
Great tip regarding pastry at bottom of bowl. I’ve always done the opposite.(83 years old). You wonderful young UA-camrs , are the best. There is nothing like hand made pie crust.❤ I used a hand towel to get the pastry in a ball. Don’t cook anymore except healthy vegetables, under cooked and salmon, rare. My tummy loves me.😂
Your expression and your eyes when something is SO GOOD is priceless. Love and need to try at making puff pastry. You are so passionate about everything you do it shows. Every day I check and look forward to your vlogs. You are the very best, and may I say funny too. 😂 a BIG THANK YOU.
I make slow cooker beef and pork roasts all pretty much the exact same way and it turns out perfect and super flavorful every time. - I never sear the outside of my roasts, I just don’t want to take the time or make the mess. I don’t find it makes a difference. - I line my slow cooker crock in onion slices to a create a barrier between the meat and the ceramic. - I create a paste of spices, herbs, salt and pepper, mustard and Worcestershire sauce and rub it all over the meat before putting it in the crock. You can use whatever seasonings you like, but go pretty heavy on the salt to flavor the whole roast. My go-to blend is salt, pepper, granulated garlic, onion powder, and thyme, mixed with Worcestershire and any type of mustard. You can add brown sugar and liquid smoke for a bbq flavor. Just be sure to throughly coat the meat and get it in all the nooks and crannies. - I never add liquid to the crock- the onions and the meat let off plenty of juices as it cooks, you’ll be surprised how much is in there when the roast is done! - I like to turn the cooker on high for the first couple hours to get it up to temperature faster, then low for the last 5-6 hours. For a big roast it will save you lots of cooking time. - when the roast is done, the left over liquid is super concentrated. I like to strain it and then dilute it to taste before making gravy or pouring it over the meat. By changing up the seasoning paste I can use this exact same method for sooooo many different cuts of meat. I hope you try this technique, you’ll love it!!
Crock pot recipes I use 1) Pork ribs, add a little water, couple bay leaves, sliced onion and pour bbq sauce on them. Let it go for several hours, I usually do 5-8 on low and then you can broil the ribs a few min at the end for crisp top with more sauce. They fall off the bone, just excellent every time. 2) Swiss steak. Sear round steaks seasoned with salt and pepper, transfer to crock and add in 2 cans diced tomatoes, 3-4 diced garlic cloves, sliced onion and again cook for 5+ hours…serve over rice or potatoes. Absolute go to recipes for me. Easy and delicious EVERY.TIME. Thanks for your inspiration, love watching!
I started making Kombucha 6 months ago and love it! After paying over $5 for a bottle at the airport I started researching it. I would love to see how you make it in the crock in another episode....that looks very interesting!
My favorite crockpot recipe is French dip sandwich, put a frozen 3lb chuck roast in with 1/2 cup soy sauce 2cups water 1tsp rosemary thyme and garlic powder and 1bay leaf. Shred the meat serve on toasted ciabatta rolls with a slice of cheese. Leftovers meat can be used to tacos or quesadillas. This is soooo Good!
Shaved bacon ends can be bought in Amish bulk stores and l cook them in the crockpot. On high 5 hours or until crispy !...strain thru a sifter to separate Grease...save bacon Grease to cook with...store bacon crumbles in freezer for soups and salads 😊
I love your videos. I discovered your channel around October of last year. I never miss one and I have binged tons of your old ones. You have inspired me to plant a small garden this year. If things actually grow I can't wait to enjoy my home grown produce. Thanks for sharing.
Great recipe for the crock pot (slow cooker here in the uk) is cola ham. I use a gammon ham joint but normal ham is fine, slow cook it in 2 litres of full fat coke for 6 hours on low with whole spices (e.g, cinnamon, cloves, cardamon, bay leaves) and a chopped onion (with the skin). Can eat it straight from cooking (once cooled) or i finish in the oven by taking of some of the fat layer and brushing honey and mustard over it. Its a really good addition to a buffet or for a main meat dish for a meal. The usually salty meat has a lovely sweet flavour from the coke and is lovely and tender.
Hey Becky! I am a HUGE fan of my slow cooker! Any soup recipe I have ever tried has turned out wonderful in there or an instant pot, but slow cooker is better for more tender meat and the flavors marrying a bit more thoroughly. We love soups in my house, and I have dozens of different types of soup recipes, and all turn out perfect with no baby sitting it all day. Roasts and stews turn out wonderful in there also. Another family favorite is chicken pot pie in the slow cooker, you essentially make the filling in the slow cooker, and for the last bit, break up biscuit pieces over the top and let it cook until they are cooked through and serve. Great for when you want pot pie but don't want to make pot pie. Lasagna in the slow cooker also turns out great! You put in all the stuff you normally would with a good layer of olive oil and sauce at the bottom, and if it doesn't turn out in perfect lasagna layers no one can really tell because it is coming out of a slow cooker! Many casserole recipes can work in the slow cooker if you cook low and slow too. Ribs turn out so tender in the slow cooker!! If you have a larger slow cooker, they are also great for making up big batches of things and freezing half so you have more for later. Since you are more of an audio or video person rather than reading, just search slow cooker recipes on youtube and hundreds of options will pop up. Most post their recipe along with the video too so you can print it out. With your busy summer of gardening ahead with a baby, a slow cooker is a great way to have a worry free dinner ready with the option to make extra for leftovers or freezer meals and it really doesn't heat up your house! As always love your videos!
My favorite crockpot recipe is a browned beef roast with a stick of real butter set on top, a packet of ranch dressing, packet of au jus, and about 5 peppercinis. On low about 8 hrs. Makes just enough juice to drizzle on the meat.
I shopped from my curio cabinets and under beds ! I love your pantry and can’t wait to make that soon to be empty bedroom into my pantry, this closet , curio cabinet and under beds stuff is for the birds! Thanks for the amazing recipes
Omg! In a few years I will have an extra bedroom! That that could be that canning room! I haven’t started canning, mainly because of space and I’m terrified everything will go bad. But with the idea of the extra room I might start practicing the canning idea.
Becky I would love to cook dinner in the mornings too. How do you keep the temperature of the food safe until it’s time to eat? Do you refrigerate and then reheat? Does it taste like leftovers if you do it that way?
The danish looked so good!! I like to make meatloaf, roasts and assorted soups in the crock pot. I make turkey meatloaf with carrots on the side. Nothing fancy but still tasty !! 😀😀😀
CROCK POT i always make beef dip sandwhiches. chuck roast with all the seasonings and stock for low 8 hours. make those homemade french breads you been making. toast in oven. top with shredded meat and choice of cheese and back in the oven for a bit to melt. sooooo quick and easy. Dip the sandwhiches in the juice!
Hi Becky! Just a little information on kombucha starter - what you're referring to as the SCOBY is actually the pellicle (which is a byproduct from the fermentation process - it's mostly made of cellulose). The pellicle is not needed to brew kombucha. The SCOBY is the starter tea. You can throw away/compost pellicles and get great fermentation by just using starter tea from the previous batch. I say all this to prevent new brewers from thinking they need a pellicle when in reality, they need starter tea :) Thanks for all of your amazing content, you are such a wonderful resource for everyone on UA-cam.
So, Shannon, you’re saying that the SCOBY isn’t what is necessary for starting your own kombucha but the actual kombucha?
I had someone offer me a SCOBY to start my own but when I asked if she used pineapple juice because it makes me anaphylactic she said she did. So I didn’t take the SCOBY. I’d love it if all I need is some kombucha. That’s so much easier to obtain!
I just want to let you know how much I appreciate you and all the wonderful time spent with you. Being retired is not what I thought it would be. It is lonely. Your beautiful smiling face and cooking fun is such a happy time. I really appreciate you! 💕
Hi Kathy - I'm sad to hear that you're lonely. I hope you get a chance to meet some great people. Volunteering is one easy way, and so rewarding. Enjoy your day!
Kathy, I feel the same about retirement, I am lonely and it makes me sad. When I mention that to son he tells me to check into assisted living. I think I will look for something part time so wish me luck I am 73. I really enjoy this young woman's vlog though makes me want to cook.😊
I agree with you❤. I am 52 and retired due to disability, have Muktiple Sclerosis and severe arthritis. It is so lonely as my kids are grown as well, but still live at home. Becky I love seeing g your upload when I turn on my TV. It's like having a best friend. My family makes fun of me because I talk about my friend Becky all the time!!! 😂
I’m retired also and I love watching her! ❤
Would agree with you retirement is very lonesome so I got a little job doing shopping for a couple of elderly people it is so great
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Thank you for inviting us in. I have realized that I've become emotionally invested in you in a maternal way. Your successes and growth as a gardener warms my heart. You seem like such a sweet soul. I know your mom is so proud. Best of luck with all your endeavors! You make it look easy, like you've been doing it all for decades. ❤
Watching you is the highlight of my day! I have learned so much from you and I am 82 yrs old! I have tried so many new things because of you! I raise my own veggies and can and dehydrate all I can! Thank you for being there for us!❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for posting the real recipe links. It’s very cool that you’re giving recipe creators credit/acknowledgement that they work very hard for.
Becky, a tip for keeping your shredded butter even colder; chill your metal bowl ahead of putting the shredded butter in it.
For the crockpot, my fav is Rouladen! It’s a German meat dish. Long thin strips of beef, rolled up with bacon, mustard and pickles. The crockpot moisture that you mentioned makes a delicious gravy. Serve with some potatoes and a cabbage salad. Hmmm mmmm good 😍😍
Becky i want to thank you and your mom for upgrading me in the kitchen. Like most i was stuck doing the same bland recipes ( pasted down) and everyone in my family does them. Just by watching a few of your videos and stepping out of my comfort zone i have introduced new flavors and new favorites.. including the berry cake. Just know you are making a huge difference with your channel. You have even inspired me to start a garden and build my own grocery store and freezer prep. Things my grandma did before she passed but i didn't keep up on..but i see why it was important.
Good for you Toni! I know I wish i had learned more from my g'parents and my dad and mom bc once they are gone that knowledge is as well!
@@leighdegenhardt485 I can relate to that as well. But I am willing to watch Becky and learn now and apply what I'm learning in my life now to be able to pass that wisdom and knowledge on. Maybe you can too.
I am passing as much of my knowledge as I can to my niece. She is 35 and at 72 I know I may not have much time left to do so. I bought her a good recipe book that has loose leaf fillers in it and gave her all my favorite recipes. I will continue sending her more recipes and I have given her Becky's info and that if Jen Chapin, Frugal Fit Mom's, Roots and Refuge Farm. She recently lost her husband and right now sees no point but I'm hoping the recipes will somehow be a comfort to her one day.
I'm so sorry for her loss, sending my prayers and condolences. 72 is young what you mean...you have time as long as you have the will....and yes pass it all on....to everybody. Please let her know that she is loved and needed and she has purpose.
You don't have to buy filtered water, if you have chlorine in your tap water. Just let the water sit in the fridge for 24 hours. If you need it faster, just leave it at room temperature overnight. The warmer the environment, the faster the chlorine will evaporate. I have used this method on several fermentation projects and it works perfectly. ❤️
To be clear, you need an open container or jug to hold the water while it's evaporating.
@ That is a great option too! My sister in law prefers filtering her water with a sink filter and I know she loves it.
I like evaporate because I haven't had to buy anything specialized to do it. I in general don't like to have too many single job tools in my kitchen- but having a water filter pitcher would definitely be time saving.
@@anastasiaharris9125 I keep my filter pitcher in the fridge so I always have clean cold water for cooking, drink mixes (I like making my own lemonade, tea, etc.), or whatever I need clean drinking water for. I rent, so there's no way to install a more permanent system here. 🙂
does boiling it or putting it thru a britta water filter do the same thing?
False... in most cases it's chloramine...not chlorine( smells similar) it will never evaporate out... butn1/4 tsp of vitamin c powder will break the chemical bonds and allow it to break down...
Crock pot stuffed peppers
Crockpot stuffed bell peppers stuffed with Mexican style seasoned ground beef, rice, black beans and queso blanco, then cooked low and slow in a slow cooker. Super easy!
Ingredients:
• 10 colorful bell peppers
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 jalapeno pepper chopped
• 1 small white onion chopped
• 2 cloves garlic chopped
• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 15- ounce can black beans
• 15- ounce can crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 cup shredded queso blanco or Monterrey Jack cheese
• 3 tablespoons favorite taco seasoning
• Salt and Pepper to taste
FOR TOPPING
• Chopped cilantro
• Diced avocado
• Mexican crema or sour cream
• Favorite hot sauce for serving
Directions:
• Slice the tops from the bell peppers and core out the insides. Set them into a crock pot or slow cooker. You may need 2 slow cookers.
• Heat the oil in a small pan to medium heat and add the onion and jalapeno pepper. Cook about 5 minutes to soften.
• Add the garlic and cook another minute, stirring.
• Add the ground beef and cook about 5 minutes to brown it. You don’t need to cook it all the way through, as it will finish in the crock pot.
• Add the mixture to a large bowl and cool.
• To the bowl, add the rice, black beans, crushed tomatoes, corn, shredded cheese and taco seasoning. Add salt and pepper to taste and mix it together with a wooden spoon.
• Spoon the stuffing into each bell pepper.
• Add about a half inch of water to the bottom of the crock pot or slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours on low, or 2-3 hours on high, or until everything is cooked through and the peppers have softened to your preference.
• Serve with cilantro and crema over the top, and your favorite hot sauce. Enjoy!
This sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Becky, did you ever get your furniture for your sun room?
Does anyone else think those landscapers are never going to finish… cause they will miss the treats
😂😂 was thinking the same. Was thinking they are going to come visit to see how the garden turns out hoping Becky will send them home with goodies! You are so sweet Becky
Hahaha! Good one!
@@karenmomoftwins8847 that’s what I was going to say. 😆😆😆 I’m sure they’re SO grateful for the treats!!
Makes me.wish I was Becky's landscapers for sure
Yeah! ❤😂 they are going to be quite spoiled after this project.
Becky, for chives, I find that using scissors vs. a knife provides a more consistent cut on them. I use scissors in a LOT of different scenarios but chives is a 100% always choice. Thanks for sharing your day with us.
Will the chives grow back after you cut them?
“Growing back” is one great thing about chives. They are terrific. Just keep them them on the shelf and keep them growing.
OMG, every time I watch you cook or bake I learn one or more tips that make so much sense! Love how you explain. Such a great teacher! I do remember it when I see you do it! Merci !!! And then of course, I am dreaming of your homestead! It's going to be amazing! So beautiful!
Cockpot Salisbury hamburger steaks and mushroom gravy
Ingredients for patties
1.5 lib ground round beef
1 egg
1/2 cup minced onion
1 clove minced garlic
1/2 cup planko seasoned bread crumbs
3 tbsp milk
Salt and pepper (Mix & make patties)
Ingredients For crockpot ( layer in crock pot)
6 oz sliced mushrooms
1/2 yellow sweet onion minced
1 1/2 cup beef broth
1 pkg brown gravy mix
1 tbsp ketchup
1tbsp Dijon mustard ( stir)
(Add patties)
After cooking for 5 hrs add 2 tsp cornstarch in 1/2 cup water and add to crockpot -serves to thicken gravy.
Mix 1st set of ingredients together divide evenly into patties
Cook 1 minute per side in skillet to brown
Layer second ingredients in crock pot
Add patties
Cook for 5 hrs in crockpot on low
Mix 1/2 cup water and cornstarch add to crockpot this wit made the gravy thicken.
Serve with mash potatoes or your favorite sides
One of my favorite crock pot recopies is just a pork roast with a little bit of water or apple juice and then some taco seasoning. Once it is cooked (about 8 hours on low), you can shred the meat for tacos or quesadillas or Mexican pizzas or whatever. So good. It is great since you have the meat ready to eat for the next few days.
Yummy that sounds amazing! Thank you for this idea I am going to make this one night this week thank you again!
Sounds lovely, i was looking for a recipe like this, thank you.
Such a great way to have shredded pork. Pulled pork with bbq sauce is always good too
I have made meatloafs in my crockpot in the warm and hot months when the menfolk were begging for meatloaf and I didn't want to heat up the house. It worked perfectly! They loved it. I just used a spray oil and let it get really hot before I placed it in there. Cooked it for about 4 hours, topped it with catsup and worchesterchire sauce and mustard mix. Sometimes, if I have it, I top it also with crumbled bacon.
I make kombucha. I use both green tea and black tea. I brew mine on the kitchen counter and leave it on the counter for another 2 or 3 days for the second ferment. I love to flavour mine in the second ferment with elderberry or raspberry. I share with a friend and she adds ginger to the second ferment. Love your permanent brewing pot!
Becky I really enjoy watching you taste your food,you talk with your eyes.(wonderful) The danish looked so good.❤️
I think you are awesome! You always inspire me. I first found you because i wanted to make homemade pasta and you came up in my search saying I am making pasta for a year! I have been hooked ever since!
I love the way you explain why do you have to do certain things in certain ways and what happens if you don’t do it right
One of my favorite crock pot recipes is Mongolian beef! You need:
1lb1/2 flank or skirt steak
1/4 cornstarch
2tbls olive oil
2-3 garlic cloves minced
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 cup water
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 cup of grated carrots.
Green onions for garnish if you have it.
Cut the beef thinly against the grain and coat with the corn starch. Set aside
Mix remaining ingredients in crock pot and then add the beef making sure that it's coated in the sauce.
Cook on low ~4 hours.
I typically eat it over rice. Sometimes I'll also add broccoli, cauliflower, or sweet bell peppers in slices in the last half hour of cooking to get soft and yummy in the sauce as well.
Hope you enjoy!
Becky a lot of times I make dinner ahead on the stove but keep it warm in the Crock Pot so I don’t have to worry about dinner at the end of the day. I will make soups and spaghetti sauce things like that then I just keep the CP on warm. It works great.
Fold over the pastry on top of the filling, really nice presentation
I love that pantry and the huge deep freezer. Girl, you stay ready!
I appreciate your channel! Here's a favorite of mine... Beef stew
Combine in crock pot:
2lb beef roast cubed
2 cups sliced carrots
2 cups diced potatoes
1 medium onion sliced
Sprinkle with:
2 teaspoons quick cooking tapioca
Salt
Pepper
Pour over:
8oz tomato sauce
1 cup water
Cover cook on low 8 hours. One hour before cooking time ends add:
1-1/2 cups frozen peas
So happy you are doing kombucha again Becky! I just restarted mine today. I fed the scoby all winter and today I pulled out five beautiful scobies!!! Good luck on yours!
The soup looks delish especially since we r getting snow! It's almost May 1st ugh. I made instant soup in jars , made that in small batches so just enough soup for a day or two instead of tons!!
I had leftover mashed potatoes and they were a bit chunky. Used those to make loaded potato soup this weekend. So yummy and like you said, so quick and easy. The blueberry danish looks amazing. And I have almost 4 gallons of blueberries in the freezer from last summer. Need to try my hand at blueberry jam. Thanks for the inspiration.
Great vlog & how to’s! I do the same with my kombucha so I don’t have to wait until the tea cools! If you’re making other ferments, such as milk kefir, keep them quite aways apart so the ferments don’t mix through the air. Those Danishes look so yummy! Blessings to all🤗💜🇨🇦
Becky you look so refreshed and happy. Thank you for helping me develop different skills in my kitchen and my garden. Much love
Thank you so much friend for sharing these amazing recipes! I love working with puff pastry and I enjoy your vlogs. 😊
15:29 I so share your frustration when trying to find a bottle of plain kombucha. I finally said what the heck - I’ll just try a flavored one. I think I ended up using GT’s Trilogy, and luckily it worked fine.
I planted several, annuals in flower planters this past week,nasturtium first time. Also seedling from a local homestead planted 5 beef steak 🍅4 Rio Grande Roma,2 Cherry 🍅3Roma in my balcony garden yesterday. Excited to see how my soil is, been composting in galvanized tub on my balcony.
When I make Danishes I blind bake them to just near done, I then add my topping that way the pastry is fully baked and the toppings do not dry out or burn.
A family favorite here is diced potatoes on the bottom, then sliced polish sausage, covered with a layer of sauer kraut. Easy and delicious.
Do you use fresh or smoked Polish?
@@laurieschmidtke7497 smoked kielbasa 😊
My favorite crock pot recipe is a Mississippi pot roast. There are lots of recipes online and I just usually pull one up.
I have one saved! I will try it!
My favorite way of using a roast that is less expensive. It always turns out tender and juicy.
My daughter loves the Mississippi pot roast. (She's a first time mom and this recipe is so easy!) Mashed potatoes on the side!
Hi Becky, I would enjoy watching a vid of your inventory organization from the computer. If I remember correctly you do a spreadsheet? I would like to see how you go through your spreadsheet :)
One of my favorite crock pot recipes is honey garlic chicken (you can you any cut of the chicken too)! It was a recipe I found on Pinterest and is great when I need a quick and easy meal! I can't wait to make those cream cheese Danish's! thanks for sharing this part of your life with us and taking us along!
I make honey, garlic chicken or tenderloin as well in the pot, and it's ah-mazing
@@tinanelson1128 OOh a tenderloin would be delicious!!
Wow! Great job on the puff pastry! I never knew how to get those layers, def will try this one! Thanks for another great video Becky! I appreciate you and all your efforts to provide such great content for us!
I love making Mississippi pot roast in the crock pot but I also add potato, onion and carrots to mine. Those danish's look scrumptious!
Honestly, I have switched over to the instant pot now. It cooks so much faster than the crock pot. Even my black eyed peas or carne guisada ( Mexican beef stew) get made in the instant pot now.
Agreed. Every slow cooker recipe can be converted to the Instant Pot and uses 1/10th of the time. I previously used a slow cooker all the time but since buying my Instant Pot, I don't use the slow cooker except for two things... 1) Corned beef was fantastic. The slow gentle heat really kept it tender. 2) Party warmer. Great for keeping chili or nacho cheese warm at a party. ... That's it. Otherwise the Instant Pot always wins. It's quicker and has a better result.
Agree. I have never really loved the flavors the crock pot gives. The instant pots flavors are even better than the oven/stove. I'm obsessed
I use an Instant Pot almost daily. Most CrockPot recipes can be adapted.
I have to admit I went from the slow cooker to the instant pot. I used the instant pot for 5 years. I'm now using my slow cooker again. The flavors are honestly better in the slow cooker, just me and my family's opinion. I still use the instant pot for certain things though.
I find that my food takes 4 times the amount of flavour to cook in the insta pot vs slow cooker. (Apart from salt!) I mean herbs or garlic and spices. Any tips on better flavour? everything tastes the same or very similar but totally different recipes 😢
Becky, will you make a video showing how you prep them reheat dinner when you prep it early? Or how you reheat leftovers? I love this idea of making dinner earlier in the day so you have that family time, but I always feel like the food is best straight out of the oven.
4:52 if you gently scatter butter onto piece of wax paper, sprinkle with flour, and then cover with an inverted baking sheet you’ve had in the freezer it’s even easier to make
Cut the edges of the pastry after the first lamination. The reason it doesn’t puff is that the butter layer does not go all the way to the edges at first, sometimes you can actually feel where the butter stops. You can incorporate the cut piece of dough into the center of the dough during the next fold.
Wow, what a great piece of information to have. I've stopped trying because I couldn't get my puff pastry to puff. This is so helpful.
Been a while since I’ve watch a video but good to see you’re doing well Becky!!! Praying for blessings on you, your husband and your little precious baby boy!!
I have sooooo many crockpot recipes I use constantly. I have a print out on my fridge so I can quickly glance at the “recipe” (I measure nothing lol). If you have something specific you don’t want watery in the crockpot you can put paper towels or a rag pinned under the lid to trap the condensation.
If you take your bowl that you're mixing that pastry with and set it on a bowl of ice it will keep it colder and your butter will not melt fast
I use my crockpot for almost everything. I love the smell of the long cooking process vs the instant pot.
Becky those danishes look absolutely delicious, I am going to give it a shot! Thank you again for sharing another great recipe with us
You always make things look so easy Becky!
I can hear that little bit of crunch when you bite into the puff pastry. Yum!!
Wrap a few washed whole potatoes in tin foil, place on the bottom of the crockpot.
Place protein of choice seasoned to your liking and there you have “baked potatoes” and tender meat for your meal.
Corn on the cob or sweet potatoes can be used in place of the potatoes.
This was a game changer for me when I found it.
Also crockpot liners (like a boil in bag) changed the dishwashing game 🎉 I was celebrating when a coworker of my husbands told me about them
We pushed all weekend to get our deer fence up for our garden to get things planted. I already have blooms on our tomatoes in pots. We so need to get them planted this week. We moved our chickens out to their new coop today and hope to finish the deer fence tonight as that is our 2ndary fence other than the predator fence around their coop since our camera has picked up fox, coyote and skunk passing thru our property. Excited to try this rough pastry recipe. Love how comfortable you are with dough any kind of dough. I find it relaxing to take a break and watching your videos! My pioneer woman crock pot lid has a steam hole in it to help reduce the watery effect of slow cooking. At first I questioned the hole but find it in fact helps reduce the water effect.
Becky here in Australia we love lamb shanks in the slow cooker. 6 hours on low. Base of celery onion and carrots, can of diced tomato, 2 table spoon tomato paste. Sun dried tomatoes, olives 1/2 water and beef stock cube or stock/ or red wine, mushroom., garlic basil and parsley and S & P. I put cut potatoes in but others serve with mashed potato and green beans. So yummy. Meat falls off the bone.
Lamb shanks are the best part of winter, I use port instead of red wine in mine, and reduce the sauce at the end to make it thick and glossy
12:40 pm. I've been making your sour cream banana bread and my husband and I are loving it. I have some packages of shredded zucchini in my freezer and thought it would be great in that recipe, just substitute the zucchini for the bananas, or anything else, the sky's the limit!!
I think that dough, thinly rolled and baked in muffin pan with a filling of your choice would be perfect for parties:)))
My grandmother had a glass rolling pin she filled up with ice water when she used it. It was only used for pastry.
I bought one at a garage sale. I collect rolling pens. I never knew that was for ice water. Thanks for information!
@@cynthiacook7768 once it has ice water in it. It becomes perfectly balanced and you don’t need a lot of pressure to flatten the dough. Make sure yours has the rubber gaskets on it. If not, you can find something that will work at a hardware store.
@@tennagrover6140 Thanks!
I make shredded chicken in the crockpot. Add chicken breasts, spices of your choice, topped with stir fry vegetables and let it go. 4 on high, about 8 on low. Shred the chicken stir back in the sauce it created. We put it in wraps. It was delicious. I also saw a tip if you don't want your food to be "soggy" and brown a bit, you must put papertowels between the crockpot and the lid to absorb the steam forming. Hope you find your crockpot signature dish as well😊
Becky, can we get a link for those silicon storage bags you use? I want to get some of those!! Love your videos, especially when you cook. I'm definitely gonna try this rough puff pastry. Using the food processor on the butter instead of the box grater is an awesome idea. Thanks for the great content.
My crockpot. I’m mainly using it to cook bigger batches of chicken down overnight and deboning it the next morning. Not only do I have shredded chicken for the freezer/freeze dryer I have a thick rich bone broth that I can strain and do the same with. I have fibromyalgia and having this cook overnight, then letting it cool, then shredding then packaging or freeze drying. It’s all in steps which makes it easier for me to get done in two days instead of pushing my pain limits. Thanks for the kombucha videos, I’m going now to check out the one suggested. Many blessings to you and yours.
I love this idea. Do you fill the whole crockpot with water and put the chicken in? Or do you let the chicken create it's own juices?
@@kaesmomFitz just chicken. Nothing else
I make a chuck roast in my crock pot ,pat it dry salt and pepper ,sprinkle with season salt ,garlic powder, slice a small onion throw on top .half way through I put in a beef bouillon cube to the juices .my husband and I love it .when it's done I put juices in a pan take a little hot water and a tea spoon of flour and make a gravy . Left overs are delicious .I make an open faced sandwich the next day or you can make taco or faitia
I make a crockpot potato soup woth frozen Hashbrowns! Super good!
37:30 For all this time i always push home work until the very last minute, like i'll do it later type of thing. But yeah it's kinda nice if you do it early in the day so you have the rest of the day for yourself 😂
I enjoyed your video on this rainy Sunday . I have GOT to make blue berry danishes yum
I love how it feels like we are actually in ur kitchen with you, like when you took a quiet moment to eat lunch and you said it was nice to have us there as company. Keep being you, bye friend x
Everything looks so delicious! I will have to make the soup, blueberry danishes and that Kombucha! Where did you buy a live Scoby and plain Kombucha? I have never made Kombucha but have been wanting to try to make it. So sweet of you to make the workers such delicious treats! I am sure they really appreciate it!
Hi Becky, I love watching you, when using your crock pot put a clean towel over the top and then put the lid on. Towel will absorb the moisture and keep recipe from getting to wet. I also use less broth then most recipe call for can add more later is you want something thinner.
Definitely trying the puff pastry, thanks Becky! As always your videos are amazing and thank you for sharing your gift with all of us 😊
I use a spray bottle when making crust. It works great in adding water to pastry
Thank God you had a video for us today! Happy Sunday to you and your lovely family❤😊
Oh my. That puff pastry is a serious labor of love, although you make it look easy. You’re a great teacher. Thank you for sharing your ideas.
For crockpot recipes. I just saw someone online mentioned putting a towel in between the lid and the crockpot. The moisture will get absorbed. I haven't tried it, but sounds like an ok idea.
My mom’s go to crockpot recipes when I was growing up was stuffed cabbage and chicken cacciatore
Great tip regarding pastry at bottom of bowl. I’ve always done the opposite.(83 years old). You wonderful young UA-camrs , are the best. There is nothing like hand made pie crust.❤ I used a hand towel to get the pastry in a ball. Don’t cook anymore except healthy vegetables, under cooked and salmon, rare. My tummy loves me.😂
Your expression and your eyes when something is SO GOOD is priceless. Love and need to try at making puff pastry. You are so passionate about everything you do it shows. Every day I check and look forward to your vlogs. You are the very best, and may I say funny too. 😂 a BIG THANK YOU.
I love your channel!! You are my goals, when it comes to homesteading!!! I want to preserve food the way you do!!
My repeat recipe for the slow cooker is Ropa Vieja. It's amazing, and I can imagine how great with home grown or locally sourced ingredients.
I make slow cooker beef and pork roasts all pretty much the exact same way and it turns out perfect and super flavorful every time.
- I never sear the outside of my roasts, I just don’t want to take the time or make the mess. I don’t find it makes a difference.
- I line my slow cooker crock in onion slices to a create a barrier between the meat and the ceramic.
- I create a paste of spices, herbs, salt and pepper, mustard and Worcestershire sauce and rub it all over the meat before putting it in the crock. You can use whatever seasonings you like, but go pretty heavy on the salt to flavor the whole roast. My go-to blend is salt, pepper, granulated garlic, onion powder, and thyme, mixed with Worcestershire and any type of mustard. You can add brown sugar and liquid smoke for a bbq flavor. Just be sure to throughly coat the meat and get it in all the nooks and crannies.
- I never add liquid to the crock- the onions and the meat let off plenty of juices as it cooks, you’ll be surprised how much is in there when the roast is done!
- I like to turn the cooker on high for the first couple hours to get it up to temperature faster, then low for the last 5-6 hours. For a big roast it will save you lots of cooking time.
- when the roast is done, the left over liquid is super concentrated. I like to strain it and then dilute it to taste before making gravy or pouring it over the meat.
By changing up the seasoning paste I can use this exact same method for sooooo many different cuts of meat. I hope you try this technique, you’ll love it!!
Crock pot recipes I use 1) Pork ribs, add a little water, couple bay leaves, sliced onion and pour bbq sauce on them. Let it go for several hours, I usually do 5-8 on low and then you can broil the ribs a few min at the end for crisp top with more sauce. They fall off the bone, just excellent every time. 2) Swiss steak. Sear round steaks seasoned with salt and pepper, transfer to crock and add in 2 cans diced tomatoes, 3-4 diced garlic cloves, sliced onion and again cook for 5+ hours…serve over rice or potatoes. Absolute go to recipes for me. Easy and delicious EVERY.TIME. Thanks for your inspiration, love watching!
I started making Kombucha 6 months ago and love it! After paying over $5 for a bottle at the airport I started researching it. I would love to see how you make it in the crock in another episode....that looks very interesting!
My favorite crockpot recipe is French dip sandwich, put a frozen 3lb chuck roast in with 1/2 cup soy sauce 2cups water 1tsp rosemary thyme and garlic powder and 1bay leaf. Shred the meat serve on toasted ciabatta rolls with a slice of cheese.
Leftovers meat can be used to tacos or quesadillas. This is soooo Good!
When you cook bacon, pour bacon grease in an ice cube tray. You can freeze them and pull out anytime you need some extra flavor.
Shaved bacon ends can be bought in Amish bulk stores and l cook them in the crockpot. On high 5 hours or until crispy !...strain thru a sifter to separate Grease...save bacon Grease to cook with...store bacon crumbles in freezer for soups and salads 😊
Beef stew in crockpot is awesome and a beef or pork roast sprinkled with Lipton onion soup mix is to die for
I love your videos. I discovered your channel around October of last year. I never miss one and I have binged tons of your old ones. You have inspired me to plant a small garden this year. If things actually grow I can't wait to enjoy my home grown produce. Thanks for sharing.
Nothing like shopping in your own pantry! We are definitely wanting to try canning next on the homestead.
Great recipe for the crock pot (slow cooker here in the uk) is cola ham. I use a gammon ham joint but normal ham is fine, slow cook it in 2 litres of full fat coke for 6 hours on low with whole spices (e.g, cinnamon, cloves, cardamon, bay leaves) and a chopped onion (with the skin). Can eat it straight from cooking (once cooled) or i finish in the oven by taking of some of the fat layer and brushing honey and mustard over it. Its a really good addition to a buffet or for a main meat dish for a meal. The usually salty meat has a lovely sweet flavour from the coke and is lovely and tender.
Hey Becky! I am a HUGE fan of my slow cooker! Any soup recipe I have ever tried has turned out wonderful in there or an instant pot, but slow cooker is better for more tender meat and the flavors marrying a bit more thoroughly. We love soups in my house, and I have dozens of different types of soup recipes, and all turn out perfect with no baby sitting it all day. Roasts and stews turn out wonderful in there also. Another family favorite is chicken pot pie in the slow cooker, you essentially make the filling in the slow cooker, and for the last bit, break up biscuit pieces over the top and let it cook until they are cooked through and serve. Great for when you want pot pie but don't want to make pot pie. Lasagna in the slow cooker also turns out great! You put in all the stuff you normally would with a good layer of olive oil and sauce at the bottom, and if it doesn't turn out in perfect lasagna layers no one can really tell because it is coming out of a slow cooker! Many casserole recipes can work in the slow cooker if you cook low and slow too. Ribs turn out so tender in the slow cooker!! If you have a larger slow cooker, they are also great for making up big batches of things and freezing half so you have more for later. Since you are more of an audio or video person rather than reading, just search slow cooker recipes on youtube and hundreds of options will pop up. Most post their recipe along with the video too so you can print it out. With your busy summer of gardening ahead with a baby, a slow cooker is a great way to have a worry free dinner ready with the option to make extra for leftovers or freezer meals and it really doesn't heat up your house! As always love your videos!
I love that you can hear the flaky crisp in the danish when she took a bite!
My favorite crockpot recipe is a browned beef roast with a stick of real butter set on top, a packet of ranch dressing, packet of au jus, and about 5 peppercinis. On low about 8 hrs. Makes just enough juice to drizzle on the meat.
I use the whole jar of peppercinis including all the juice!!! Love all the nice gravy!
I make this also! Cut the roast up and make hoagie buns with provolone. Italian beef sandwiches! Yummy crock pots are not just for soups and such.
I shopped from my curio cabinets and under beds ! I love your pantry and can’t wait to make that soon to be empty bedroom into my pantry, this closet , curio cabinet and under beds stuff is for the birds! Thanks for the amazing recipes
Omg! In a few years I will have an extra bedroom! That that could be that canning room! I haven’t started canning, mainly because of space and I’m terrified everything will go bad. But with the idea of the extra room I might start practicing the canning idea.
I haven't made potato soup in forever, that looks so good, thank you for the inspiration.
Famished are amazing.
Can you make a video about compost? I am good about saving my kitchen scraps to toss in, but I have trouble with the "browns" to "greens" ratio.
I store my scoby in my fridge, and it’s been in there for maybe two months at the longest. How long was yours in your cold pantry?
Becky I would love to cook dinner in the mornings too. How do you keep the temperature of the food safe until it’s time to eat? Do you refrigerate and then reheat? Does it taste like leftovers if you do it that way?
The danish looked so good!! I like to make meatloaf, roasts and assorted soups in the crock pot. I make turkey meatloaf with carrots on the side. Nothing fancy but still tasty !! 😀😀😀
Slow cooker Pork Pozole is amazing .
Could you use the strawberry lemonade concentrate you made as a flavoring in the kombucha?
You can put a teatowel under the lid of a crockpot to reduce the wetness.
CROCK POT i always make beef dip sandwhiches. chuck roast with all the seasonings and stock for low 8 hours. make those homemade french breads you been making. toast in oven. top with shredded meat and choice of cheese and back in the oven for a bit to melt. sooooo quick and easy. Dip the sandwhiches in the juice!